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Edward Sheldon, CFA

Based in London, Edward is a CFA-qualified investment analyst/writer who has clients all over the world. Before launching his own investment writing business in 2017, he spent 15 years working in private wealth management and institutional asset management. Edward takes an active approach to investing, managing his own individual stock portfolio. He likes to invest in high-quality companies that are poised to benefit from powerful long-term trends, and capable of generating market-beating returns. You can find more of his views, along with his portfolio holdings, at topshelfinvestments.substack.com

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Investing Articles

Generating a second income within an ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights a simple strategy involving dividend stocks that investors can potentially use to create a second income.

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With a 5.9% yield, National Grid could be a great stock for passive income

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

National Grid has a high yield and a great dividend track record. For those looking for passive income, Edward Sheldon…

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2 magnificent FTSE 250 shares I’m buying for growth and dividends

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ed Sheldon has been investing in two FTSE 250 companies. He thinks they have all the right ingredients to be…

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Rio Tinto shares are down 19% in 6 months. Is this a great buying opportunity?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a big pullback, Rio Tinto shares look cheap and offer a high dividend yield. Are they a great buy…

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I’d buy London Stock Exchange Group shares after today’s pullback

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

London Stock Exchange Group shares have pulled back to the 8,000p level after delivering H1 results. Edward Sheldon sees this…

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NIO stock is on fire! Should I buy while it’s under $15?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

NIO stock appears to have got its mojo back as last month it rose more than 50%. Is now the…

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Should I buy high-flying penny stocks Rainbow Rare Earths and Gulf Marine Services?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Last month, these two penny stocks produced huge returns for investors. Are they worth buying now? Edward Sheldon provides his…

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Should investors buy Haleon shares after the company raised its full-year guidance?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Haleon shares could be worth a look after today’s H1 results, says Edward Sheldon. But there are a few risks…

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Thinking about buying RC365 shares? Here are 3 things to know

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

RC365 shares look interesting due to the fact the company is growing rapidly. But investors need to be aware of…

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Turning a small ISA into a £500k portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a regular savings plan and a proper investment strategy, it’s possible to turn a small ISA into a formidable…

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Will Lloyds’ share price ever go up?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds’ share price has been stuck below £1 for an eternity. Will it ever stage a meaningful recovery? Edward Sheldon…

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The Vodafone share price is surging. Is this the start of a recovery?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After recently hitting 70p, the Vodafone share price is now experiencing a rebound. Are we about to see a major…

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How I’d invest £20k in an ISA today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If Edward Sheldon was looking to invest £20k in an ISA right now, there are a few simple moves he’d…

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What are the best stocks to buy for the second half of 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The stock market is performing well in 2023 and Ed Sheldon sees further upside ahead. Here are some of his…

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How I turned my Stocks and Shares ISA around and started building wealth

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights five simple moves that have helped him generate better long-term investment returns within his Stocks and Shares…

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Nvidia stock: time to sell and bank some profits?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been very bullish on Nvidia stock recently. However, he just sold some of his shares in the…

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Should investors buy Watches of Switzerland shares amid strong demand for Rolex?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Watches of Switzerland shares are currently trading almost 50% below their highs. Is this a great buying opportunity for long-term…

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1 of my top investment ideas for the second half of 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been thinking about good stocks to own for the second half of 2023 (and beyond). Here’s one…

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Forget a stock market crash! Here are 5 reasons shares can keep rising in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Could we see a stock market crash in the second half of 2023? Possibly. However, Edward Sheldon believes shares are…

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Should investors buy AstraZeneca shares after a 16% pullback?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Several recent developments have pushed AstraZeneca shares down. Is this an excellent buying opportunity for long-term investors?

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Quality investing: how to invest like Warren Buffett and Terry Smith

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Quality investing has the potential to deliver attractive returns over the long run. Here’s a look at how this approach…

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Britons don’t invest enough money in shares, according to a leading think tank

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the long term, shares consistently outperform cash savings. However, many Britons today continue to avoid the asset class.

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3 top travel stocks to consider as flight numbers soar

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This summer is shaping up to be a big one for the global tourism industry. Here are three travel stocks…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying gilts! Should I buy too?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

UK investors are piling into gilts for the high yields these bonds offer. Should Edward Sheldon do the same, or…

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I just bought 20 shares in London Stock Exchange Group for my ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon expects London Stock Exchange Group’s share price to rise in the years ahead. So he just added the…

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RC365 Holding shares are on fire! Should I buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

UK investors are piling into RC365 Holding shares after some very bullish coverage. Should Ed Sheldon buy some for his…

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At 900p, are BAE Systems shares still one of the FTSE 100’s best buys?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems shares have smashed the Footsie over the last two years. Are they still a good investment today? Edward…

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Missed the bull market? Here are 3 shares to look at now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three stocks he likes for the next stage of the bull market. He believes they offer growth…

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Interest rates are 5%. Should I dump dividend stocks and put money into savings accounts?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Now that interest rates are higher, investors can obtain relatively attractive returns from savings accounts. So is it game-over for…

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How is Fundsmith performing in 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Last year, Fundsmith lost money for investors. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at how the popular global equity fund is performing…

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I generated a 16% return across my ISA and SIPP in the first half of 2023. Here’s how

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon’s ISA and SIPP produced double-digit gains in the first half of the year, beating the FTSE 100 index…

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Aviva shares yield 8%+. Should investors buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Aviva shares currently sport a monster dividend yield. Should investors buy the insurance stock for passive income, or is this…

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Directors at this FTSE 250 company just spent £800k on stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights director dealing activity at a FTSE 250 company. Is the stock worth buying on the back of…

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Vodafone shares are near 52-week lows and yield 10%+. Should I buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, Vodafone shares sport an enormous, 10%+ dividend yield. Is this a great passive income investment opportunity or a…

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3 top stocks for the second half of 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Many stocks did well in the first half of 2023. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three investment ideas for the second…

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5 reasons investors should consider buying Uber stock now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon just bought Uber stock for his portfolio. Here, he explains why he’s bullish on the well-known technology company.

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Persimmon shares are near 52-week lows. Should investors buy them?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Persimmon shares have tanked in the last year, losing nearly 50% of their value. Is this a great buying opportunity?…

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£20k to invest? Here’s how I’d aim to turn it into £100k using Warren Buffett’s strategy

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Warren Buffett has generated extraordinary returns over the long term. Here, Ed Sheldon explains how he’d invest £20k today using…

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With £20k in savings, should I go for passive income or growth?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has savings to invest right now. Should he aim to build long-term wealth with a growth strategy or…

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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The top-10 holdings in my Stocks and Shares ISA and SIPP as we start Q3 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon is employing a growth investing strategy within his Stocks and Shares ISA and SIPP. Here are his top…

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